NHTSA Recall 02V044000: Unknown or other
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,174 vehicles. It affects 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V044000 |
|---|---|
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Report received | February 8, 2002 |
| Owner notification | March 4, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the left lower instrument panel bracket was not installed.
Safety risk
If this bracket has not been installed, there may be an increased likelihood of injury or increased severity of injury in a frontal crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if the bracket has been installed. If the bracket has not been installed, the dealer will install the left lower instrument panel bracket. Owner notification began march 4, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V044000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.